- Client-Centred Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- BSL level 2
About Melanie
Melanie Lucas is a BACP counsellor based in the United Kingdom with 16 years of professional experience. She works with people dealing with stress, anxiety, grief, bipolar disorder and depression, and she also supports those managing ADHD, trauma, self-esteem issues and major life changes. Melanie communicates in English and can use British Sign Language to level 2.
Melanie works from a belief that clients know their own story and bring strengths to the room. She focuses on listening and building practical ways to manage difficult moments. Sessions aim to be straightforward and respectful, with clear steps for dealing with immediate problems and planning longer term coping strategies.
Her approach draws on client-centred methods that prioritise the person’s perspective. This means the counsellor follows what matters most to the client and helps them make sense of their experience. Mindfulness techniques are used to help people notice thoughts and sensations without getting swept up by them, and to develop calmer responses to stress and anxiety.
Over 16 years Melanie has worked with a wide range of concerns from panic and phobias to caregiving stress and chronic illness. She also supports people navigating relationship changes such as separation and non-monogamous relationship issues, and those coping with cancer or end-of-life matters.
People who choose sessions are invited to start by describing the problem they want to focus on. Melanie then helps set clear, achievable goals and practical steps to try between sessions.
How her approaches are used in online counselling
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on the person’s perspective. The counsellor listens closely and follows what matters most to the client, helping them clarify problems and set realistic goals. This approach is useful for anxiety, grief and mood concerns because it keeps the work grounded in the client’s priorities. Mindfulness Therapy helps people notice thoughts and bodily sensations without reacting automatically. Short practices and breathing techniques are introduced to reduce reactivity and support calmer responses to stress and panic attacks. These methods can be practised between sessions to build tolerance for difficult moments. Finding the right combination of methods is part of the work. Melanie will discuss options with the client and decide together what to try first, adjusting as needs and goals become clearer. That collaborative plan can include short exercises, focused conversations and gentle behaviour changes. Please confirm the current session formats before booking as they are not specified here. Many people find online counselling helps fit therapy into everyday life - it can be easier to have sessions around work, reduce travel time, and make shorter check-ins possible when needed. Talk with Melanie about practical arrangements and what will best fit daily routines.Areas of expertise
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Experience
16+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, grief, bipolar disorder and depression, plus related issues such as panic, self-esteem and coping with life changes.
What is her therapy style like?
Sessions follow a client-centred style that focuses on the person’s experience. Practical steps and mindfulness are used to manage symptoms and build coping skills.
How much experience does she have?
Melanie has 16 years of professional experience working with a broad range of emotional and mental health concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is registered with the BACP and works from the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and Melanie is able to communicate using British Sign Language to level 2.
Can international clients work with her?
She accepts international clients; confirm time zones and scheduling when you book.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work together?
Select the "See online therapy options" button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.